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The Last Fairy-Tale tells a story of loss that reaches beyond nature, resonating with humanity itself. It’s a heartfelt reflection on the intertwined fates of people and the natural world, a reminder that if we allow nature to die, so do we. Through my work, I explore the delicate and essential bond we share with the natural world, capturing a sense of nostalgia and loss as we watch nature’s beauty and resilience fade.
Beyond its tribute to the earth’s delicate beauty, The Last Fairy-Tale aims to spark critical conversations about our role in the ongoing destruction of our environment. It’s an invitation to reflect on the choices that have brought us here, and, importantly, a call to reverse our actions before it’s too late. I hope this series encourages viewers to see themselves within nature’s story, understanding that our fates are inseparably connected and that we must protect what remains before it fades forever.
Every choice we make carries consequences, profoundly shaping the future of our children. While it is vital for farming and industry to find ways to coexist with nature, our own gardens play an essential role in sustaining local ecosystems as the broader landscape transitions. The decisions we make in our green spaces matter significantly, impacting the local wildlife that depends on us to thrive.
It is naive to think that one log pile tucked under a bush will secure a future for our children; nature must be woven into our everyday choices and the actions that follow. After all, nature is the very foundation of life itself, and to assume—or worse, to overlook it entirely while prioritising personal desires over what is needed to sustain life—is dangerously shortsighted.